Derek Norton has been writing football articles since 2005. He graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Communication (Journalism) in 2011 and shifted his focus to the NFL. His work has also appeared on FantasyPros, LeagueSafe Post and Dober Games.
Jarvis Landry wanted a new contract, and last month’s trade from the Miami Dolphins to the Cleveland Browns turned out to be just what he needed. Welcome to Cleveland, Jarvis Landry! Details » https://t.co/1UeKm6oGxu pic.twitter.com/UPBgbe8RE8 — Cleveland Browns (@Browns) March 14, 2018 Landry is close to a five-year deal with the Browns that is believed […] More
Jerick McKinnon had his moments with the Minnesota Vikings. The former Georgia Southern quarterback parlayed those moments into a 4-year, $30 million deal with the San Francisco 49ers. The #49ers starting RB: @JetMckinnon1 Kyle Shanahan explains why the new addition is the right man for the job. 📝 https://t.co/mL1CZtoIBa pic.twitter.com/wkvRiu1f7F — San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) […] More
Paul Richardson may not have been a huge name in the wide receiver market, but scarcity at the position led the Washington Redskins to follow up his rookie contract with a five-year, $40 million deal with $12.5 million guaranteed. It's Official: #Redskins sign WR Paul Richardson. #HTTR Welcome to D.C., @prichiejr: https://t.co/hXXnhC90h2 pic.twitter.com/be8ynh1OkF — Washington […] More
The Baltimore Ravens entered free agency needing receivers and managed to snag one of the best available in Michael Crabtree. Crab(trees) and football.That’s what Maryland does. pic.twitter.com/BbxfiDAIFu — Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) March 16, 2018 Crabtree is coming off of a down year, is entering his 10th season and will turn 31 in September. However, he […] More
The Tennessee Titans have put an end to the DeMarco Murray era, deciding to move forward with Derrick Henry and the newly-signed Dion Lewis. Titans reach deal with RB Dion Lewis ⚔️ Details 📰 » https://t.co/5GbANjOJdW pic.twitter.com/bDqSvzDMgL — Tennessee Titans (@Titans) March 15, 2018 Lewis is coming off an up-and-down three seasons as a member […] More
The Los Angeles Rams made yet another offseason splash, this time acquiring Brandin Cooks in a trade with the New England Patriots. Patriots are trading WR Brandin Cooks and a fourth-round pick to LA Rams for the 23rd overall pick in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft and a sixth-round pick, league sources […] More
Regardless of how the rest of Trey Burton’s career plays out, he’ll always have the touchdown pass he threw in Super Bowl LII. But the Chicago Bears‘ new tight end is hoping that was just the beginning. The newest #Bears are officially official. ✍️ pic.twitter.com/Q9gR4jabll — Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) March 15, 2018 Burton is already […] More
Case Keenum has come a long way since signing with the Houston Texans as an undrafted free agent in 2012. The former practice squad mainstay and Jared Goff competitor on Hard Knocks is now making starter money on a two-year deal with the Denver Broncos. Case closed. Welcome to #BroncosCountry, @casekeenum7! 📰 » https://t.co/P0y8scfEgl pic.twitter.com/tWqAabhXqb […] More
The Green Bay Packers drafted Jordy Nelson in 2008, adding what would become one of the most prolific receivers in team history. So it’s a little weird seeing him wearing new colors after 10 seasons in Wisconsin. Pen to paper. 🔏 The Raiders have signed WR @JordyRNelson: https://t.co/n9kohr0xHr pic.twitter.com/PQcagycClV — Oakland Raiders (@Raiders) March 15, […] More
At this time last year, Sammy Watkins was a member of the Buffalo Bills. After an August trade to the Los Angeles Rams and a brief stint as a free agent, he has his third home in the last calendar year. .@Chiefs to sign WR @sammywatkins to a three-year deal: https://t.co/Fms4DnTgb2 (via @RapSheet) pic.twitter.com/gumG0trpAL — […] More
Allen Robinson was a popular choice for a bounce-back season with the resurgent Jaguars in 2017. The campaign didn’t last long, as Robinson tore his ACL after his first and only catch of the season. He became a free agent without the benefit of a contract year and was signed early in free agency by […] More
The jury is still out on where Kirk Cousins ranks among NFL starting quarterbacks. His record as a starter (26-30-1 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs) doesn’t exactly scream “highest paid player in the NFL.” But while his credentials as a quarterback who can win a Super Bowl are in question, his fantasy […] More
